Description: Very collectible MCM ice blue dinnerware frying pan with lid with handle on top - signed by artist Russel Wright on underside of frying pan. Also states: "Iroquois Casual China, USA, U-1." Looking up date code for U-1 states was made either in Jan. or 1st qtr. of 1961.Also printed - in black - "For cooking, frying, baking, do not heat or cool too fast. Never heat when empty. Use asbestos pad for best results." From research: "Russel Wright and Ben Seibel were among the main mid-century modernist designers of Iroquois. Wright introduced Casual around 1950." Iroquois China was founded in Solvay, NY in 1905 and "phased out production for residential use in the late 1960's." Russel Wright lived from 1904-1976. Iroquois Casual also referred to as American Modern and there were 11 colors.Ice Blue also referred to as Glacier Blue by his sometimes co-designer/wife Mary Einstein Wright. American Modern became so popular starting in 1939 that "the Potter's Union used the generic term "Russel Wright shape" to describe all modern-style dinnerware."********************************************************************Thanx for visiting my auction.Ship from U.S. to entire U.S. + lots of other countries. So apprec. positive feedback.HAVE A PLEASANT/SAFE DAY/EVE.!!************************************************************
Price: 150 USD
Location: Liverpool, New York
End Time: 2024-08-22T20:04:39.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Stove Type Compatibility: Stove top compatible
Brand: Iroquois Casual by Russel Wright
Antique: No
Type: Frying Pan with Lid
Color: Blue
Set Includes: Frying Pan, Lid
Vintage: Yes
